DAVOSA Apnea Diver Collection
The Apnea Diver (Apnea Pro) is built around the needs of freedivers - a discipline where a clean, uncluttered dial, reliable depth rating, and a low-profile, snag-free case are not optional extras but essential requirements. Rated to 200m with a Swiss automatic movement, the Apnea Pro comes in multiple PVD-coated configurations: standard steel, black PVD, and a brushed DLC-effect finish. It is equally capable as a scuba diver and an everyday watch.
Key Specifications
- Swiss Automatic Movement - ETA 2824-2 or Sellita SW200
- 200m Water Resistance with screw-down crown
- PVD / DLC Black Coating available on select models
- Sapphire Crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Unidirectional 60-Click Rotating Bezel
- SuperLumiNova BGW9 on indices and hands
- Clean, minimalist dial optimized for underwater legibility
Model Overview
| Reference | Finish | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 161.568.55 | Brushed steel case, black dial | $995 |
| 161.569.55 | Two-tone brushed/polished, black dial | $1,050 |
| 161.570.55 | Full black PVD coating, black dial | $1,100 |
| 161.570.55.O (Outlet) | Full black PVD, black dial - outlet price | $999 |
Freediving vs. Scuba - Why the Apnea Diver Works for Both
- Freediving - the smooth, snag-free case and uncluttered bezel suit breath-hold diving; 200m rating covers any recreational freediving depth
- Scuba - fully ISO 6425 compliant, unidirectional bezel for dive timing, screw-down crown; works as a backup to a computer
- Everyday wear - the PVD black models are versatile enough for both sport and dress occasions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case size of the Apnea Diver?
- The Apnea Pro is approximately 42mm in diameter - check the individual product listing for exact lug-to-lug and thickness dimensions.
- What is PVD coating?
- PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) is a coating process that applies a thin layer of black material to the stainless steel case. It is harder and more corrosion-resistant than paint, though it can wear in high-friction areas over years of use. The fully black Apnea Pro (ref. 161.570.55) uses this process for an all-dark, stealthy appearance.
- Is there an outlet version available?
- Yes. Reference 161.570.55.O is the outlet price version of the black PVD Apnea Pro - same watch, discounted from $1,100 to $999 while stock lasts.
